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With the end of the semester approaching at an alarming rate, the thought of exams is looming in many students’ minds. I for one have never found preparing for exams a fun experience and the stress that it causes is definitely something I try to avoid. I’ve found some things…

November 13^th marks the start of Transgender Awareness Week. At the University of Aberdeen this is a time where staff, students and alumni come together to demonstrate their support to the transgender community and address the issues that many trans and non-binary people continue to face. I…

My name is Samuel Munyeza, I’m currently studying Scots Law with English Law here at the University of Aberdeen.  Since the age of 17 I have been estranged from my immediate family, for those unfamiliar with the term it means that I have no contact or support from my immediate…

Sofia takes us around the Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV). 

The academic year has officially started and I’m sure that most of you already have a full schedule of assignments and deadlines (I know I have!). But we all know that university life is neither studying in your room for 7 hours straight nor partying 24/7 and that’s why it’s…

The Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Students Forum is one of the five student-led liberation forums within the Students’ Association. We aim to offer an intersectional safe space to students who identify under the BAME umbrella, although the term itself has been under controversy and debate, and address discrimination against…

Every minute 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. A former student of University of Aberdeen, Shahid Khan reflects on his own journey to Scotland.

I came to the UK as an asylum seeker after I fled religious persecution in my home country, Pakistan. I was…

Hi there! My name is Sophie and I am a type 1 diabetic studying at our university. The purpose of this video is to share a few tips on how you can better support someone with diabetes on campus. From simply carrying snacks to looking after your diabetic friends can…

Becoming the Fundraising Intern at the University of Aberdeen Development Trust was quite special to me. Being an anthropology student, it was difficult for me to find positions related to my degree and/or interest. However, when I saw an internship related to fundraising and non-profit work, something…

Being the first person in your family to attend university can provide some extra challenges when you do not have someone in your immediate social network who can offer guidance. In this video, Dr Samantha May, extends a warm welcome to first generation students and offers some great advice on…